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Seems to me its been done by a guy named Tony Koester...............editor of Railraod Model craftsman for a few years and contributing editor at Model railroader and Editor of Model Railroad planning for many more. I'd say you are in some good company ;)

Link Changed- Alder Products bought out by Surrey Custom models Mostly HO items with some O including these switchstands. They have operating models also fo those interested. http://www.surreycustommodels.com/switch.html

Jim, This would be a really good clinic. Ive never heard of the liquitex mixed with marble dust before. Those trees look just like the 2 big oaks in my front yard!! :)

Merry Christmas to all!!

Want to do logging right?? Go narrow gauge!!! On30 runs on HO track and Bachmann makes some great steamers and alot of kits are available for a variety of excellent short home made looking equipment just like the logging companies used. A Bachmann 0-4-2 Porter runs about 45 bucks and can be...

Michigan had some iron but mostly copper was mined up in the keenewaw peninsula around houghton hancock etc. Iron was mined around marquette , ishpeming area's. these sites will keep you busy for awhile http://www.michiganrailroads.com/RRHX/Timeline/1880s/TimeLine1880sBackUp.htm...

Nice job Dan, when do i get to come over for an Op session :D Catt, i have a simlar problem, I cant start my On30 layout till i get rid of some more N scale :D

A well thought out hidden staging area. I like it!! Roger, I sure wish I could keep my cutting mat that clean ;) Hint- use an emory board and sand that top piece to fit on the roof. :)

An additional option to consider is a Permanent + Modular buildup over time. In this rendition, the closet becomes a Hideaway work bench with shelves for storage. a Stand alone RR could be built where it says MAIN. the other sections built as modules. Each Module gets built with drop...

The winds of change seem to have things slowly heading the right direction mike, breathe deep a few times and sit down with a model to take your mind off other matters. Hopefully it wont be long before things get figured out and in the meantime while getting your mind off the tough stuff for...

John, I reccomend subscribing to the Narrow Gauge and Shortline Gazette. Also, if you will be doing a Logging line, Timber Times is a good one. The plans and Idea's these 2 magazines provide will give you many hours of enjoyment modeling fun unique character filled rolling stock. And, you...

Jon, Its plank on plank 1/32 balsa with a piece o 220 grit sandpaper. lots of weathering a little fine green for moss and some natural material thown into the mix. Glad you enjoyed the pics. :) 24 hours 90 + looks 9 watchers 2 bidders so far...............It may get interesting :)

Hmmmm, somebody didnt like the animated stuff i take it. Is this against the rules? If so I was Unaware, please advise............:)

one more a little closer in

Woodland Cabin is going on the block. It hits ebay tonight!! On to bigger and better adventures :) Heres a final look and then on to a modified rendition of a John Allen Ice House!!

Welcome to the Dark Side........................You have been assimilated!!

Michael, I'm there for ya buddy, Anytime!!! Its good to see you here where youve many friends. Remember, " This too will pass" and it will, believe me!! I still gaze in awe when i look at the Picture I have of your clock. Its been an inspiration to me more than once . :)

Gil, you just couldnt wait 1 more day to get Santa into the picture could ya :D tomorrow is Death by shopping day..............but today is Death by turkey stuffing and cranberries. Have a good one all!!! :)

Good Plans take time to develop and knowing needs desires etc help alot. Russ's shelving idea for example is great if you can make it work. Is Something like this possible for benchwork??

Oh My, this is a huge subject!!! truly, weathering is something one needs to discover with practicing differant techniques to find those that suit your tastes. read as much as you can in the forums by using the search feature, read about HOW individuals get the effects in the photo's they...